Cardiac Rehabilitation is designed for anyone with an existing or potential heart problem. Your physician can determine if our program is for you. Generally, our program benefits patients who have coronary heart disease, which includes:
You'll exercise three times a week for one hour each time. Your exercise sessions will be monitored by a professional. During each session, your heart rate and rhythm will be continuously monitored. Your blood pressure will be taken before and after your exercise program.
Your exercise "prescription" will be adjusted throughout your program as your cardiovascular health improves. Progress reports will be sent to your physician. Of course, our center has medical equipment necessary to handle any emergency situation that might arise. In addition to exercise, we emphasize education for both you and your family. This education focuses on nutritional guidance, stress management and modification of risk factors.
You've heard that exercise can help prevent heart disease before it starts. But did you know it also helps people with current heart conditions? Even light exercise can make a positive difference in your overall health.
Physically, a structured and monitored exercise program can lower your pulse, blood pressure and cholesterol, while helping you function better in everyday life. The benefits don't stop there. By being informed and taking positive steps to reduce your risks, you should be able to be more active, as long as you know your limits. You'll also gain confidence, feel an improved sense of well-being and have a renewed interest in life.
Yes, you must be referred, in writing, to our program by your physician.
Health care professionals will work with you to ensure a medically safe program. By coordinating with your physician, the cardiac medical director will make any decisions affecting your program. Our rehabilitation program is staffed by registered nurses, exercise physiologists, and respiratory therapists who are all specially trained in physical conditioning for heart patients or those in high-risk categories.
Medicare and most insurance companies cover the cost of cardiac rehabilitation when ordered by your physician. Please feel free to ask us specific questions about the costs of the program.
Graduates advance to the next level of our program. Ask about the maintenance stage of cardiac rehabilitation.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
Professional Office Building
1201 5th Ave N, Suite 103
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
